2012 Peugeot iOn vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Peugeot iOn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Peugeot iOn would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 521 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot iOn. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot iOn | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | iOn | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3395 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1475 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
